Compound Q&A
What is 3-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid (CAS: 31719-77-4)?
Answer
3-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid is a organic compound with the chemical formula C8H6ClNO2. It is a carboxylic acid derivative with a chloromethyl group attached to the benzene ring. This compound is soluble in water and ethanol, and it is commonly used in pharmaceuticals and research applications.
About
CAS No
31719-77-4
English Name
3-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO2
Molecular Weight
170.59 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(=O)O)CCl
InChIKey
PBSUMBYSVFTMNG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-03 20:19
